Art Calendar
SPECIAL EVENTS
30th Annual Summer Craft Fair, local crafters display their works for sale, food booths, continues 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today, Mission Houses Museum. 531-0481.
"Na Kapa Kuiki No ke Alii (Quilts from the Royal)," display of quilts created by students taking classes at the shopping center, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today through Wednesday, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-0588.
"Every Beautiful THing Tells a Story," in-store demonstrations by local artists with food tasting and entertainment, 10 a.m.-2 p.m Wednesday, Native Books and Beautiful Things, Ward Warehouse; free. 947-8466.
Art in the Village, art signings, talk story and demonstrations, pupu and hula, sponsored by the art galleries at Whalers Village, 6-10 p.m. Thursdays, Whalers Village, Ka'anapali, Maui; free. (808) 661-4567.
Hisashi Otsuka show, exhibit and sale of recent original works and prints, 5-9 p.m. Friday, 1-4 p.m. and 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday and 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 15, Fine Art Hawaii, Restaurant Row; free admission. 536-8820.
"How to be an artist and not suffer," Janece Martell discusses how to substitute ease and joy for the struggle and pain of trying to succeed in art, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Krauss Hall 012, Yukiyoshi Room, UH-Manoa; $95, bring your own lunch. Register for course PO5947 at 956-8400 or www.outreach.hawaii.edu.
Painting Demonstration, by local artists, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.
OPENING
"Arts from the Rainforest: sarawAk, East Malaysia," textiles, carvings, bark and batik paintings, beadwork and baskets from the peoples from the northern coast of Borneo, opens Friday; through Aug. 31. East-West Center Gallery, John A. Burns Hall. 944-7111.
CLOSING
"Beauty through the Eyes of our children," annual exhibition of works by children from Japan and Hawai'i, organized by the Mokichi Okada Association, through today. Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8701.
"Diverse Directions," two- and three-dimensional contemporary works by members of the Association of Hawaii Artists juried by Pegge Hopper and Roy Venters, through Friday. Mezzanine Gallery at Pauahi Tower. 395-3238.
"Keepers of the Flame," glass works from members of Hot Glass Hui and Hawai'i Craftsmen, through Saturday. The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.
ONGOING EVENTS (listed by closing date)
"On Wanting to Grow Horns: the Little Theater of Tom Knechtel," paintings and drawings, and "Tony Berlant: Recent Works," works in metal, both through June 15. The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights. 526-1322.
"I Love Palolo," 10 artists from Palolo share their work, through June 15. workspace. 732-2300.
"soullenz," photographic works by Ronen Zilberman, through June 19. Ronen Studio, 186 N. King Street. 271-1888.
"Ko-h'yang: Hometowns," multi-media exhibition of works by 13 contemporary Korean American artists, through June 24. Koa Courtyard, Koa Gallery at Kapi'olani Community College. 734-9374.
"Abilities 2003," juried multi-media show sponsored by the Adult Mental Health Division of the Department of Health and Very Special Arts Hawaii-Pacific, extended through June 27. Gallery on the Pali. 526-1191.
43rd annual Open Juried Exhibition, multi-media works by members of the Windward Artists Guild, through June 27. Gallery 'Iolani at Windward Community College. 235-7346.
"Times Past," paintings and monotypes by George Woollard and "Still Growing," ceramics by Bob McWilliams, both through June 27. The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.
"Tour de Silk Road," photographs by Isamu Kobayashi and Toshiko Tanaka, through June 27. Canon Photo Gallery. 522-5930.
"Kogire," vintage and antique Japanese textiles from the collections of Gargkuta-Do and the gallery, through June 27. bibelot gallery. 738-0368.
"Pohl Plus 8," works by Louis Pohl, Mark Brown, Carol D'Angelo, Dexter Doi, Jinja Kim, Jack Lee, Mari Sakamoto, George Woollard and Reubin Young, through June 28. Smith Street Galleries. 521-1812.
"Vertical Landscapes," selected late abstract works by Filippo Marignoli, through June 29. Graphic Arts Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Sweet Cat Dreams," watercolors, prints and t-shirts by Michael S.K. Lee, through June 30. Ko'olau Gallery at Manoa Marketplace. 988-4147.
Works by Susan Brooks, art in a variety of media, through June 30. Tradewinds Gallery at Windward Mall. 236-2787.
New Works, exhibit of artworks by Alshaa Rayne and Julie Kerns Schaper, through July 2. Atelier 4 Fine Art Gallery at Davies Pacific Center. 524-3552.
"Jet Seasons," photographs, artworks, video and mementos gathered by Japan Exchange & Teaching (JET) alumni, through July 5. Community Gallery, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii. 945-7633.
"The mostly cylinders show: modernism reconsidered," paintings by Mike Breen, through July 25. Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery, Kane'ohe. 544-0287.
"Artists of Hawai'i 2003," 53rd annual multi-media exhibition representing the works of artists statewide and juried by former Academy director George Ellis, through July 27. Luce Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Art. 532-8701.
"Collectors' Odyssey: Treasures from the Society of Asian Art of Hawai'i," selection of paintings, ceramics, jade and precious metal pieces, and sculptures, from private collections, through Aug. 3. Gallery 14, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Chinese Costumes of the Qing Dynasty," examples of apparel, court garments, costumes and religious robes from the academy's textile collection, through Sept. 14. Textile Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"ku'u ewe, ku'u iwi, ku'u koko/my umbilical cord, by bones, my blood," recent mixed-media installations and photographic collages by Kapulani Landraf, through Sept. 21. Holt Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Recent Work" paintings by Marc Katano and "Volcanoes," paintings and prints by Louis Pohl, both through Sept. 23. The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center. 526-1322.
"Grandfather's House: A Children's Exhibition on Korea," traveling interactive installation invites viewers into a traditional Korean home, through Dec. 31. Education Wing Galleries, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Enriched by Diversity: the Art of Hawai'i," multi-media exhibit by 284 local artists, ongoing. The Hawai'i State Art Museum. 586-0900.
Madge Tennent, selected works, ongoing. Tennent Gallery. 531-1987.
OTHER VENUES (listed by closing date)
"The Women's Show," featuring noted women artists of Hawai'i with works by Marcia Pasqua, Deborah Gottheil Nehmad, Peggy Chun, Lynn Cook, Barbara Okamoto, Larua Smith, Joyce Hunt, Momi Cazimero, Loreen Matsushima and Judith Perry, through June 15 with the run of "Follies." Diamond Head Theatre Art Gallery. 733-0274.
"Brushes with Diversity," multi-media exhibit by members of the National League of American Pen Women, through June 28. Honolulu Country Club Art Gallery. 627-0095.
Floral Photography, works by Elea Dumas, through June 28. Café Che Pasta. 524-0004.
"Spirit of the Fire," works by Matthew Kaliali'i Kaopio, through June 30. Volcano Joe's Bistro. 941-8449.
"Homestay Halawa: Boys on the Brink," black and white photography exhibit by Monte Costa, artist in residence, through June 30. Native Hawaiian Center, Fourth Floor of Library Building, Honolulu Community College Campus. 844-9323.
"Primitive Dreams," watercolors and acrylic paintings by Honolulu artist Michael Jon Houston, through June 30. NETSTOP Cafe. 955-1020.
Works by Leo Laxa, impressionist seascapes, landscapes and still lifes, through July 18. Laser Eye Center of Hawaii. 946-6000.
Visual Delights, recent works by Dexter Doi and Carol D'Angelo, through July 26. Roy's Restaurant, Hawai'i Kai. 396-7697.
8th Annual Student Art Exhibit, multi-media exhibit of work from Waialua Intermediate and High School art students, through July 31. Waialua Public Library. 637-8286.
"Photographs," works by Kimberly Jensen, Lynn Mayekawa and Erin Williamson, through Oct. 5. The Contemporary Museum Café. 526-1322.
NEIGHBOR ISLANDS (listed by closing date)
"Gauguin's Zombie," Debra Drexler's large-scale installation combining paintings, fictional writing, journal entries and artists' statements, through June 15. Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Wailuku, Maui. (808) 242-2787.
Juried Members' Exhibit 2003, multi-media exhibition juried by Shige Yamada, through June 22. Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center. (808) 572-6560.
"Hawai'i Through the Eyes of Cathy Shine," photographs of island life, through June 30, reception 3-5 p.m. Saturday. Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-1052.
"Exotic Wood Art," works by members of the Hawaii Wood Guild in three galleries, through June 30. East Hawai'i Cultural Center, Hilo, Big Island. (808) 935-9085, (808) 883-9442.
"The Spirit of Clay," works by Richard Weber and Margaret Lynch, through July 7. Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Big Island. (808) 967-8222.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Art Classes, develop self-expression and creativity through learning to draw, paint and do collage. Ongoing classes in all levels by appointment. Call for fee and class schedule: 222-1794.
CALL FOR DOCENTS
Mission Houses Museum begins docent training for new and current volunteers. Classes will be held 9 a.m.-noon each Tuesday, July 15-Sept. 10. Japanese and Hawaiian speakers are encouraged to join English speaking trainees in learning about missionary and Hawaiian culture and history. Training fees are $50 for current docents and $85, which includes an individual annual membership, for new volunteers. Call for an information packet and to schedule an interview before July 11. 531-0491.
CALLS TO ARTISTS
Cinema Paradise accepting film submission from Hawai'i residents in a variety of competitive classes for the Sept. 19-25 festival. All films must have been completed since Jan. 2001. Final deadline is July 1 with an entry fee of $35. Visit www.cinemaparadise.org for further information and to download an entry form.
'Ohina Short Film Showcase accepting entries for the 2003 event to be held Oct. 17 and 18. Films must be under 30 minutes and those under 10 minutes are encouraged. Pick-up entry forms at Blockbuster locations at Ala Moana, Market City and Kailua. Deadline for entries is Aug. 1. 951-4413.
Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce calls for two and three-dimensional works from Hawai'i artist for the 25th Anniversary Art Exhibition to be held Aug. 19-29 with cash awards in several categories. Entry dates are 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Aug. 11 and 12 at the Academy Art Center at Linekona. Call for additional requirements: 949-5531.
Gallery on the Pali seeks artists to exhibit at the gallery; ongoing 526-1191.
Send announcements to Island Life, Art Calendar, Honolulu Advertiser P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; fax 525-8055; or e-mail: islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Art Cal" in the subject line.
